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LAYIQ - MAMMOGRAPHY TECH (TR/PRN) at Riverside Healthcare

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE:

Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work
Employee Health Requirements
Exposure to: Chemicals: Mammography technologist will be working with chemicals used with the processing of x-ray film.
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: Mammography
Technologist may be responsible for injection of contrast media as part of their job function.
They will assist the Radiologist in interventional procedures and perform other radiographic procedures that may cause contact with body fluids in this modality.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Mammography Technologist will be in direct contact with patients and have potential of normal exposure to airborne pathogens.
Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Speech: Required to communicate with patient regarding education, pre-procedure history information, procedure manipulation, and post- procedure instructions.
Vision: Needed to identify, from radiograph, the autonomy and manipulate for correct density and contract levels for the proper filming technique. Constant visual contact with patient to assure proper positioning of patient and for patient safety.
Smell: Helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Needed for obtaining patient education and understanding of procedure and history information gathering.
Touch: Needed for operating computer equipment in key boarding of entry and/or other functions for communication of information necessary for patient care.
Activity/Lifting Requirements: Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 0%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 40%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 20%
Kneel: 5%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 5%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 10%
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs: Continuously
Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Need to lift x-ray cassettes from storage area, knee/shoulder height to table height. Must carry x-ray cassettes to darkroom for processing.
Distance carried is approximately 10-15'. Also need to assist patients into/out of wheelchairs and/or gurney on to and off x-ray table.
Required to lift and move x-ray jackets for processing of paperwork.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity: Sit: 96
Twist: 24
Stand: 192
Crawl: 0
Walk: 48
Kneel: 24
Lift: 24
Drive: 0
Squat: 24
Climb: 0
Climb: 0
Bend: 24
Reach above shoulders: 24
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Pushing &pulling Normal weight: 50-200# frequent
Fine Manipulation: Setting of x-ray machine exposure factors and use of computer terminal to enter patient data.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Occasional stepping on to fluoroscopic exposure button when assisting Radiologist or licensed physician during radiographic procedure(s). Also stepping on compression foot switch button for mammography exams.

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):

Inside hours: 8
Outside hours : 0
Temperature: Normal Range Lighting: Very dark
Noise levels: Average Humidity: Normal Range Atmosphere: Fumes

Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Radiation - Mammography Technologist will be working in an area utilizing ionizing radiation made from high voltage electrical current. Responsible for processing x- ray film using an automatic film processing system.

Protective Clothing Required: Lead apron, thyroid collar, and leaded glasses should be worn.

Pay Range

USD $37.54 - USD $50.29 /Hr

Responsibilities

Preferred Experience
Previous experience in mammography is preferred, but new graduates with relevant training will be considered.
Strong technical skills in operating mammography equipment.
Excellent patient communication, and the ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
Required Licensure/Education
Associates degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field from an accredited program.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with a mammography specialty (ARRT-M) is required. Must obtain mammography certification within 12 months of hire through ARRT.
IEMA Certification Required in Radiography
Preferred Education
Additional certification in breast imaging or mammography is preferred.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE:

Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work
Employee Health Requirements
Exposure to: Chemicals: Mammography technologist will be working with chemicals used with the processing of x-ray film.
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: Mammography
Technologist may be responsible for injection of contrast media as part of their job function.
They will assist the Radiologist in interventional procedures and perform other radiographic procedures that may cause contact with body fluids in this modality.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Mammography Technologist will be in direct contact with patients and have potential of normal exposure to airborne pathogens.
Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Speech: Required to communicate with patient regarding education, pre-procedure history information, procedure manipulation, and post- procedure instructions.
Vision: Needed to identify, from radiograph, the autonomy and manipulate for correct density and contract levels for the proper filming technique. Constant visual contact with patient to assure proper positioning of patient and for patient safety.
Smell: Helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Needed for obtaining patient education and understanding of procedure and history information gathering.
Touch: Needed for operating computer equipment in key boarding of entry and/or other functions for communication of information necessary for patient care.
Activity/Lifting Requirements: Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 0%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 40%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 20%
Kneel: 5%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 5%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 10%
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs: Continuously
Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Need to lift x-ray cassettes from storage area, knee/shoulder height to table height. Must carry x-ray cassettes to darkroom for processing.
Distance carried is approximately 10-15'. Also need to assist patients into/out of wheelchairs and/or gurney on to and off x-ray table.
Required to lift and move x-ray jackets for processing of paperwork.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity: Sit: 96
Twist: 24
Stand: 192
Crawl: 0
Walk: 48
Kneel: 24
Lift: 24
Drive: 0
Squat: 24
Climb: 0
Climb: 0
Bend: 24
Reach above shoulders: 24
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Pushing &pulling Normal weight: 50-200# frequent
Fine Manipulation: Setting of x-ray machine exposure factors and use of computer terminal to enter patient data.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Occasional stepping on to fluoroscopic exposure button when assisting Radiologist or licensed physician during radiographic procedure(s). Also stepping on compression foot switch button for mammography exams.

MAMMOGRAPHY TECH (TR/PRN)

Employer job description

Performing Mammographic Imaging:

Patient Care:

Collaboration:

Quality:

Responsibilities

Our Commitment to You:

Compensation

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE:

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):

Responsibilities

Our Commitment to You:

Compensation

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE:

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):

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